Functions of a Complex Variable

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The discussion revolves around the mapping w = 1/(z-j) and involves several questions about expressing z as a function of w, and converting variables X and Y in terms of u and v. The initial confusion is addressed by clarifying that z can be expressed as z = 1/w + j. The participant finds the solution straightforward, indicating that the simplicity of the algebra caused initial confusion. The exchange highlights the importance of understanding basic algebra in the context of complex variables.
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Hi guys. Please help me with this.

Consider the Mapping:

w = 1/(z-j)

questions:(1) Write z as a function of w.

(2) Express X and Y in terms of u and v.

(3) Find and describe the image of the line x = 1 under this mapping.

Homework Equations

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w = u+jv
z = x+jy

The Attempt at a Solution



I don't understand the first question and have no idea of how to have it as a function of w. However I do understand from then onwards as to express in terms u and v.
 
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It's strange that you should be working with complex number and not understand something from basic algebra.
w= \frac{1}{z- j}
z- j= \frac{1}{w}
z= \frac{1}{w}+ j
 
Thank you.

That is really simple. Probably that is why i was confused as I did not thought it would be that simple.

Thanks alot!
 
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